Nikon S640 vs Panasonic FZ28
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Nikon S640 vs Panasonic FZ28 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F2.7-6.6) lens
- 130g - 91 x 55 x 21mm
- Released August 2009
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 27-486mm (F2.8-4.4) lens
- 417g - 118 x 75 x 89mm
- Launched January 2009
Nikon S640 vs Panasonic FZ28 Overview
Below, we will be comparing the Nikon S640 versus Panasonic FZ28, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Nikon and Panasonic. The resolution of the S640 (12MP) and the FZ28 (10MP) is relatively similar and they use the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe S640 was revealed 7 months later than the FZ28 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before getting in to a full comparison, below is a short summary of how the S640 matches up vs the FZ28 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Nikon S640 vs Panasonic FZ28 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix S640 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ28. The full galleries are provided at Nikon S640 Gallery and Panasonic FZ28 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S640 over the Panasonic FZ28
S640 | FZ28 | |||
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Launched | August 2009 | January 2009 | More recent by 7 months |
Reasons to pick Panasonic FZ28 over the Nikon S640
FZ28 | S640 | |||
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Manual focus | Very precise focus |
Common features in the Nikon S640 and Panasonic FZ28
S640 | FZ28 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen dimension | 2.7" | 2.7" | Identical screen measurement | |
Screen resolution | 230k | 230k | Identical screen resolution | |
Selfie screen | No selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | No Touch screen |
Nikon S640 vs Panasonic FZ28 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is planning to lug around your camera, you'll need to factor in its weight and volume. The Nikon S640 comes with exterior measurements of 91mm x 55mm x 21mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 130 grams (0.29 lbs) and the Panasonic FZ28 has sizing of 118mm x 75mm x 89mm (4.6" x 3.0" x 3.5") with a weight of 417 grams (0.92 lbs).
Check the Nikon S640 versus Panasonic FZ28 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you use at that moment. Here is the front view scale comparison of the S640 compared to the FZ28.
Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the S640 and FZ28 is 96 and 72 respectively.
Nikon S640 vs Panasonic FZ28 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it can be tough to visualize the contrast between sensor measurements simply by reviewing technical specs. The visual below will help provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the S640 and FZ28.
As you have seen, both of those cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit different resolution. You should count on the Nikon S640 to offer greater detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also let you crop photographs much more aggressively. The younger S640 should have an edge when it comes to sensor tech.
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Nikon S640 vs Panasonic FZ28 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S640 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ28 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Nikon | Panasonic |
Model | Nikon Coolpix S640 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ28 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Released | 2009-08-04 | 2009-01-15 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Expeed | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 10MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 3648 x 2736 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 27-486mm (18.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/2.7-6.6 | f/2.8-4.4 |
Macro focus range | 2cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.7 inch | 2.7 inch |
Resolution of screen | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Electronic |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 30 secs | 60 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/8000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | - | 3.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | - | 8.50 m (Auto ISO) |
Flash modes | - | Auto, Red-Eye Auto, On, Red-Eye On, Red-Eye Slow Sync, Off, Slow Sync (1&2) |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 @ 30 fps, 848 x 480, 640 x 480, 320 x 240 @ 30fps, 320 x 240 @ 10fps |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | - |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 130 gr (0.29 pounds) | 417 gr (0.92 pounds) |
Dimensions | 91 x 55 x 21mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.8") | 118 x 75 x 89mm (4.6" x 3.0" x 3.5") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | 27 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 17.9 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 10.1 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 79 |
Other | ||
Battery model | EN-EL12 | - |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC, Internal | SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Pricing at launch | $225 | $599 |